Garmin has released the first stable software update for its Descent G2 watch-style dive computer, adding new security and health-tracking features alongside performance improvements. Software version 23.09 introduces a Device Passcode function for added security, a sleep Breathing Variations tool to monitor respiratory patterns, and support for Connect IQ System 8. The update also adds notifications when pairing sensors via open ANT connections and the ability to view connection type information for paired devices. The Descent G2, launched in February 2025, features a 1.2-inch AMOLED display and up to 10 days of battery life. Garmin said the update also optimizes…
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Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) is stepping up its commitment to clean energy adoption, installing solar panels across most of its campus and expanding into other renewable technologies as part of a broader conservation strategy. The university’s initiatives aim to reduce fossil fuel use while aligning with Indonesia’s transition toward sustainable energy. Solar panels now cover nearly all major campus buildings — including the Rectorate Building, library, and waste management units — with a total capacity of 401,325 Wp. This system generates about 468,747 kWh annually, powering building operations, lighting for streets and parks, and charging stations for electric vehicles. See…
Corsair’s long-awaited Xeneon Edge secondary display has surfaced on B&H Photo Video’s online store, revealing its retail price at $249.99. The listing comes more than six months after Corsair first showcased the ultra-wide touchscreen monitor, which features a 32:9 aspect ratio and 14.5-inch display. While pricing details are now public, the product’s official launch date remains unclear. Originally teased alongside Corsair’s EX400U external SSD earlier this year, the Xeneon Edge was expected to arrive in the second quarter of 2025. That window has now passed, prompting speculation about delays. B&H describes the product as a “new release” that is “coming…
Wearable tech company Rogbid has entered the children’s smartwatch market with the K1, a GPS-enabled device designed to prioritize child safety. The K1 is now available for $69.99 as part of a launch promotion through the company’s official online store. Developed for families seeking basic yet reliable safety tools, the K1 includes real-time location tracking using a combination of GPS, LBS (Location-Based Services), and Wi-Fi. Parents can monitor their child’s whereabouts and location history via a dedicated app, with the watch also offering two-way voice and video calling over 4G networks. “For safety, the K1 uses triple-mode location tracking —…
Garmin has released beta software version 10.21 for its Instinct 3 series of smartwatches, including the Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, and Instinct E models. The update follows version 10.19 and is aimed at resolving multiple software bugs, particularly involving GoPro remote control compatibility and app stability. The latest beta update targets three specific bugs. For the Instinct 3 AMOLED, Garmin addressed a recurring crash issue linked to pairing GoPro cameras using the Garmin GoPro Camera Control app. The company did not confirm whether the same issue was reported on other compatible models such as the Fenix 8 or…
Anbernic has announced the launch date and pricing for its latest handheld gaming console, the RG477M, confirming that the device will go on sale globally from 10:00 UTC on August 2. The new model arrives following weeks of speculation and earlier online leaks. The RG477M features a CNC-machined metal body, a 120Hz display, and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity chipset. According to Anbernic, the device will be offered in two configurations: an 8GB RAM model with 128GB of storage priced at $219.99, and a 12GB RAM model with 256GB of storage for $269.99. “Anbernic has finally confirmed when it…
Researchers at Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) in Indonesia have developed a pyrolysis process that converts agricultural and organic waste into bio-oil, presenting a renewable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. The project aims to harness Indonesia’s abundant biomass resources to support energy transition efforts amid rising demand. Led by Professor Dewi Selvia Fardhanti, the initiative was recently featured on UNNES TV in a program titled “Biomass Pyrolysis into Bio-Oil as a Renewable Alternative Fuel.” The process utilizes thermal decomposition without oxygen, rapidly heating biomass materials such as sawdust and rice straw between 450°C and 600°C to produce bio-oil. “Pyrolysis is a…
Meta Platforms has begun testing its first in-house chip designed for artificial intelligence (AI) training, marking a key step in the company’s strategy to develop custom silicon and reduce dependence on external suppliers such as Nvidia, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. The social media giant has initiated a limited deployment of the chip and may scale up production for wider use if testing proves successful, the sources said. The move aligns with Meta’s broader efforts to cut infrastructure costs as it ramps up investment in AI-driven technologies. See also: Boston Dynamics Showcases Progress on New Atlas Robot…
The Indonesian Association of Pharmacy Experts, known as PAFI (Persatuan Ahli Farmasi Indonesia), is a professional organization established on February 13, 1946, in Yogyakarta. PAFI’s primary goal is to unify pharmacy professionals in Indonesia, contribute to public health, and improve the welfare of its members. Objectives and Functions PAFI aims to: Create a just and prosperous society based on Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution. Improve public health standards in Indonesia. Develop and enhance the pharmaceutical sector. Enhance the welfare of its members. By playing a crucial role in national development, especially in the health and pharmaceutical sectors, PAFI’s members engage…